Bangalore, Karnataka, India
1 day ago
Sr Server Engineer

Job Title:

Sr Server Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Active Directory Engineer to join our global infrastructure team. This role is central to managing and securing the organization's identity services across a complex enterprise environment. You will be responsible for designing, operating, and securing Active Directory, Group Policies, DNS, Certificate Services, and directory integrations with hybrid/cloud systems like Azure AD. You will also support automation, standardization, and the stability of our Windows Server ecosystem.

Active Directory & Identity Management

Design, manage, and support complex multi-domain/multi-forest Active Directory environments.Maintain and optimize Group Policy Objects (GPO) to enforce security and configuration standards.Operate and secure DNS, DHCP, and Certificate Services (PKI).Implement and monitor domain trusts, replication, and OU structure across global regions.Manage AD-integrated services and applications (LDAP, Kerberos, SSO, etc.).Perform regular AD health checks, audits, and remediation tasks.Integrate and support hybrid identity models involving Azure AD, Entra ID, and M365.

Security & Compliance

Apply security baselines (CIS, Microsoft STIGs) to harden domain controllers and related services.Support privileged access management and role-based access controls within AD.Collaborate with security and compliance teams to meet audit and regulatory requirements.

Windows Server Infrastructure Support

Support domain controllers running Windows Server 2016/2019/2022.Participate in server patching, lifecycle management, and incident response.Contribute to performance tuning and troubleshooting related to AD services.

Automation & Scripting

Develop PowerShell scripts to automate AD tasks such as user provisioning, OU management, and reporting.Use tools like DSC, SCCM, or Ansible for configuration consistency where applicable.Maintain scripts in version-controlled repositories and follow scripting best practices.

Projects & Operational Excellence

Lead or support AD migration, consolidation, and upgrade initiatives.Provide 3rd-level escalation for directory-related incidents and change requests.Document architecture, configuration, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.12+ years of hands-on experience with Active Directory administration in enterprise environments.Deep expertise in GPOs, OU design, domain trusts, replication, FSMO roles, and AD health.Strong experience with PKI, DNS, and DHCP in Microsoft ecosystems.Excellent PowerShell scripting for AD automation.Solid understanding of identity integrations with Azure AD, M365, SSO, and federated services.Experience supporting domain controller security and monitoring (event logs, SIEM integrations).

Location:

IND Bangalore - 10th Floor Phase IV Building MFAR Manyata Tech Park Nagawara Main Road

Language Requirements:

Time Type:

Full time

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